H.R.9314

DHS Surveillance Technology Moratorium Act of 2026

Introduced·6/15/26

The DHS Surveillance Technology Moratorium Act of 2026 imposes a temporary halt on certain Department of Homeland Security contracts involving.

The DHS Surveillance Technology Moratorium Act of 2026 enacts a moratorium on the Department of Homeland Security's use of certain surveillance technologies, including those used for tracking individuals and supporting immigration enforcement. The moratorium prohibits the use of funds for new contracts, renewals, or extensions of existing contracts related to these technologies. Exceptions can be made if the Secretary certifies that the contract is necessary to address an imminent threat to life or public safety or a specific national security threat, with justification submitted to Congress.

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Current
Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability Committee
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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

History

Jul 7

House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement.

Jul 7

House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Counterterrorism and Intelligence.

Jul 7

House

Referred to the Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations, and Accountability.